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Monday, August 26, 2013

Running

Today saw me embark on the C25K (couch to 5k) for the second time - the first time I completed it I went on to enjoy running and consider myself a runner with my fastest 5K being 32mins and my longest distance being 9K.

I haven't done any running proper this year. I physically couldn't run pre or post surgery - although I have attempted lots of the little bursts on the treadmill to no joy.

Having written about being at a good point yesterday, I got up this morning and decided to have a go at a road run - my first attempt this year. Whilst my fitness is great, I need to retrain my skeleton to run with its new metal addins.

So day 1, week 1 C25K it was! It felt great!! Wether it was because I was outside or because of my new birthday barefoot trainers or because I'm simply well enough, I don't know but everything clicked into place and worked and felt good and I LOVED IT. I love running. I love the endorphin high that only running brings. I miss running. I am envious of my friends who are still doing it and I want it back!

So watch this space!! This mornings session proved my fitness is fine (a far cry from the death I suffered doing it the first time!), my legs are strong and I am raring to go - I just need to keep it steady and pace myself.

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I am Sarah, 35 years young, married to Paul and mother to Lochlan, Brenna and Niamh.. My blog started as a diary of our weight loss and fitness journey to triathlon last year.. and has ended up as so much more. Welcome!